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December 2025
Webinar – Prompt Engineering Made Easy: Turn Ideas Into Better AI Outputs
Most people don’t realize how much better AI performs with the right prompt structure. In this session, you’ll learn the same simple techniques engineers use to get clearer, more accurate results from tools like ChatGPT and Claude. We’ll break down how to structure a prompt, give context, guide the model step-by-step, and refine responses. You’ll leave with practical frameworks you can apply immediately to write faster, research smarter, and get consistently reliable AI output for your business. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi…
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
REGISTER NOW Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: • Learn the Steps from Business…
Find out more »Webinar – New! SBDC AI Office Hours
Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi Ready to make AI actually work for your small business? Free and open to all Los Angeles Regional Network SBDC Clients Join our weekly AI Office Hours, a live and interactive Zoom session designed to help you explore, understand, and apply the latest AI tools to grow your business. Each Wednesday from 12:00–1:30 PM PST, SBDC Advisor Ramin Ramhormozi will kick things off with a short AI mini-training or live audit (20–30 minutes). Then we’ll open the floor for your questions, demos, and screen…
Find out more »Webinar – Filing A USPTO Trademark Registration Application: The Basics
Presenter: Erica Bristol Navigating the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) trademark registration process can be confusing, and a minefield for small businesses. The filing fees are nonrefundable, so getting it right the first time is a must. This webinar will explain how to obtain a USPTO federal trademark registration, including pre-application considerations; selecting the TEAS or TEAS-Plus application; selecting the 1a (“Use”) or 1b (“Intent to Use”) basis; determining class numbers and descriptions of goods and services; responding…
Find out more »Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs
Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Ecommerce 2026 Trends: The New Rules of Winning Online
Ecommerce is entering a new era—driven by AI, changing consumer behavior, and emerging sales channels that are reshaping how brands grow. In this session, you’ll get a clear look at the most important trends coming in 2026 and what they mean for your business. We’ll break down the new rules for reaching customers, standing out in AI-driven search, and building a brand that thrives in the next wave of online commerce. You’ll leave with practical strategies you can start applying…
Find out more »January 2026
Webinar – California’s New 2026 Laws Every Small Business Owner Should Know
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will present new California laws effective January 1, 2026 that every small business owner should know, including minimum wage increases, tips, and other employment laws, healthcare, and consumer privacy. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs
Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Manufacturing Forecasting Part 1: Creating a Model
Join us for this two-part series where you’ll learn how to create Manufacturing Forecasting Models to help predict future demand using historical data, market research, and advanced analytics. Part 1 will highlight qualitative and quantitative methods to help optimize inventory levels, production and resource allocation and to help prevent stockouts and overproduction. Part 2 will focus on measuring the performance of the model created. Instructor: Michael Letson REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?…Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant
Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?...Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return? Will you file a business tax return? Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some screening tips to help make it a bit easier? Learn about potential resources to explore, questions to ask for rating/ranking the choices, deciding which type…
Find out more »Webinar – Starting and Running a Nonprofit Corporation: the Basics
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach the basics of starting and running a California nonprofit corporation such as required filings with the IRS, California Secretary of State and Attorney General; electing board members and officers; holding meetings and taking minutes, collection charitable donations; understanding bylaws; avoiding actions that could be deemed taxable or risk the corporation’s non-profit status; entering into contracts; and hiring professional fundraisers. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise)
LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business and SLBE(Small Local Business Enterprise) Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Manufacturing Forecasting Part 2: Measuring the Performance of the Model
Join us for this two-part series where you’ll learn how to create Manufacturing Forecasting Models to help predict future demand using historical data, market research, and advanced analytics. Part 1 will highlight qualitative and quantitative methods to help optimize inventory levels, production and resource allocation and to help prevent stockouts and overproduction. Part 2 will focus on measuring the performance of the model created. Instructor: Michael Letson REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Intellectual Property (IP): The Basics
Presenter Erica Bristol Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to help prevent or help reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate small business owners on the basics of intellectual…
Find out more »Webinar – 101 QUICKBOOKS ONLINE (Spanish)
Esta sesión introductoria, de ritmo ágil y con una duración de 1,5 horas, está diseñada específicamente para personas sin experiencia en finanzas que desean obtener una visión general clara y práctica de QuickBooks Online. Los participantes aprenderán a navegar por el panel de control, configurar cuentas básicas, revisar el plan de cuentas, crear facturas, registrar gastos e integrar transacciones bancarias. La sesión también aborda la comprensión de los informes clave. Se hará hincapié en las aplicaciones prácticas y las…
Find out more »Webinar – Inventory Management – Introduction to ABC Model and Cycle Counting
Come ready for an introduction to the ABC Model and Cycle Counting for businesses with inventory as a critical asset. The goal is to help reduce costs and increase profitability through improved inventory control and a reduction in stockouts. You will gain tips and insight on applying The ABC Model in manufacturing to easily classify inventory into three main categories using the Pareto Principle (80/20 rule). Cycle counting will become another tool to apply, while embracing the ABC Model logic.…
Find out more »Webinar – Business Model #1
This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build, design, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas as a tool. Topics are below: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design and Build…
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: • Learn the Steps from Business Idea to…
Find out more »Webinar – Have an S Corporation?…Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees
Have an S Corporation?...Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees Are you an S Corporation shareholder and employee? Thinking about becoming an S Corporation? Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: · Reasonable Compensation · In compliance or not? · Options to Consider Instructor: Charles Yacoobian REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses
The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification is just one certification that offers several benefits to veterans with disabilities who are looking to establish or grow their businesses, including a 3% set-aside requirement by the State of California. Join us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the DVBE designation and other Veteran designations/certifications. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Contracts: The Basics (with live negotiating activity)
Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to contract basics such as pre-contract considerations, basic contract terms to look for/include; typical structure and layout of contracts, “boilerplate” terms, liability and risk shifting; and dispute resolution. Webinar includes a live contract negotiation activity. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration
If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen. Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – 101 Accounting using QuickBooks Online
This introductory session is face-paced and last 1.5 hours, tailored specifically for non-finance people who want a clear and practical overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants will learn to navigate the dashboard, set up basic accounts, review the chart of acounts, create invoices, track expenses, and incorporate bank transactions. The session also covers understanding key reports. Emphasis will be placed on real-world applications and best practices, empowering participants to confidently manage their financial data using QuickBooks Online. Instructor: Eugene Zapata REGISTER…
Find out more »February 2026
Webinar – Voice of the Customer Analyzation Tools
Are you aware of your customer requirements and the potential power of the analysis for business growth? The Kano Model and the House of Quality (HoQ) are powerful quality tools used in manufacturing to link customer desires to product design. Kano helps categorize customer needs (Basic, Performance, Excitement) to understand satisfaction dynamics, while the HoQ visually maps these customer requirements (Voice of Customer) to specific technical product features, ensuring designs meet real user expectations for satisfaction. Instructor: Michael Letson …
Find out more »Webinar – Business Model #2
This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build, design, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas as a tool. Topics are below: · Building Blocks for the Business Model · Introduction to Business Model Tool Instructor: Connie Sparks REGISTER NOW
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